1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1943 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1943 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1943 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 901 kg more than 1943 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1943 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | Diplomat | 202 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
