1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1988 Nissan Micra

To start off, both 1988 Bitter Type III and 1988 Nissan Micra 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 162 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 635 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. 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 Nissan Micra, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Bitter Type III 1988 Nissan Micra
Make Bitter Nissan
Model Type III Micra
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3849 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 211 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 73 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 665 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2310 mm


 

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