1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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 122 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 75 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | Type III | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
