1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat 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 114 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | Diplomat | HR-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |