1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone 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 161 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 686 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Bitter | Subaru |
Model | Diplomat | Leone |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |