1973 Bitter CD vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 33 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 143 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 276 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | CD | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
