1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 35 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 91 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 508 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
| Model | Diplomat | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
