1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 153 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Bitter | Smart |
Model | Diplomat | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1820 mm |