1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1978 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 2101 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 165 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 726 kg more than 1978 Zastava 2101. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1978 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Bitter | Zastava |
Model | Diplomat | 2101 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |