1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 743 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, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | Type III | Jazz |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.1 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 | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |