1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Bitter | Seat |
Model | Diplomat | 600 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |