1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | Type III | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |