1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 34 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 123 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
