1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1975 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler 160 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 149 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Chrysler 160. 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1975 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
Model | Diplomat | 160 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |