1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1977 Renault 12
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 12 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 158 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 Renault 12. 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, 1977 Renault 12, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1977 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | Type III | 12 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |
