1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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 111 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Smart 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Bitter | Smart |
| Model | Type III | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
