1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 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 167 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 771 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300, 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Bitter | Triumph |
| Model | Diplomat | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
