1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 716 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | Diplomat | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |