2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 51 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 101 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 1979 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Kia | Bitter |
| Model | Sportage | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
