1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola 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 166 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | Diplomat | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
