1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 25 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 @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | Diplomat | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
