1973 Bitter CD vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 264 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Bitter | Kia |
Model | CD | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |