1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 27 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
Model | Diplomat | Colt |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1620 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |