1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 is newer by 27 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 44 more horse power than 2002 Toyota F-1. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota F-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Toyota F-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | F-1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
