1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 24 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 153 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | Diplomat | Rio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
