1985 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital, 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | SC | Capital |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
