1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1975 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 620 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1975 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
| Model | 75 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
