1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
Make | Bitter | Subaru |
Model | Diplomat | Traviq |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |