1981 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 226 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Bitter | Kia |
Model | SC | Sportage |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |