1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1980 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1980 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bitter Diplomat 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 170 more horse power than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 740 kg more than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1980 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Bitter | Triumph |
Model | Diplomat | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |