1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 57 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 291 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | Diplomat | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |
