1985 Bitter SC vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 15 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 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. 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, 2000 Kia Clarus, 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 (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | SC | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
