1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | Diplomat | 2CV |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |