1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Diplomat | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
