1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | Diplomat | Retona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
