1973 Bitter CD vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 39 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 464 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. 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, 2012 Kia Soul, 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | CD | Soul |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
