1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 11 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 119 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 552 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
| Model | 33 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
