1973 Bitter CD vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bitter CD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | CD | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
