1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 112 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 508 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Bitter | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Diplomat | 2000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |