1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante 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 197 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | Diplomat | Chante |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |