1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 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 126 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 681 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 Fiat 500, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | Diplomat | 500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
