1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
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 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema 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 47 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
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 Lancia Thema, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Bitter | Lancia |
| Model | Type III | Thema |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
