1983 Bitter SC vs. 1978 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1978 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Bitter | Bitter |
| Model | SC | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
