1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | Diplomat | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
