1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 28 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 127 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | Diplomat | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 74 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
