1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Avanti | Bitter |
| Model | Avanti | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
