1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 15 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 60 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Tatra T613. (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Bitter | Tatra |
Model | Diplomat | T613 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |