1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, both 1988 Bitter Type III and 1988 Fiat Tipo were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 120 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | Bitter | Fiat |
Model | Type III | Tipo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |