1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 925 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
