1980 Audi Sport vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 680 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Audi | Bitter |
| Model | Sport | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
