1973 Bitter CD vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 339 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Bitter CD 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 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Bitter | Kia |
Model | CD | Joice |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |