1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1989 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat 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) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 840 kg more than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Bitter | Reliant |
| Model | Diplomat | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |
