1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Bitter Diplomat 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 1975 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | Diplomat | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
