1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1982 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ritmo 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 148 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Seat Ritmo. 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, 1982 Seat Ritmo, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1982 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | Bitter | Seat |
Model | Type III | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |