1973 Bitter CD vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 131 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
| Model | CD | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| 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 | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
