1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 20 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 70 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 93 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, 2008 Kia Cerato, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | Type III | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
