2004 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1978 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Audi | Bitter |
| Model | A4 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
