1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 27 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 2004 Lancia Thesis, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Bitter | Lancia |
| Model | Diplomat | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
