1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1987 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta 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 167 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1987 Ford Fiesta, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1987 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Type III | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2300 mm |