1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Bitter | Steyr |
Model | Diplomat | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1510 mm |