1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III 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 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Type III | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
