1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1983 Hummer H1 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Hummer H1. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Hummer H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Hummer |
| Model | Diplomat | H1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
