1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 152 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
Model | Diplomat | SP2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |