1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 15 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 88 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | Type III | Roadster |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |