1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 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 128 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 363 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Diplomat | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
