1979 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 29 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 1979 Bitter SC 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 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Bitter | Kia |
Model | SC | Joice |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |