1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 28 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, 2004 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | Diplomat | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
