1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Bitter | Subaru |
Model | Diplomat | Impreza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 384 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |