1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Bitter Type III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Bitter Type III 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 1993 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (77 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Bitter | Seat |
| Model | Type III | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
