1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1972 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 304 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 163 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 771 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 304. 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, 1972 Peugeot 304, 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1972 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
Model | Diplomat | 304 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |