1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 26 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Because 1977 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 1977 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire, 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Diplomat | Inspire |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
