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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2624 mm |