1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | Diplomat | Panda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
