1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira 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 125 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. 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, 1983 Holden Camira, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | Type III | Camira |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
