1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 33 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 349 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. 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, 2012 Ford Focus, 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | Focus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |