1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 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 123 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Bitter | Tatra |
| Model | Diplomat | T603 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
