1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 175 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Giulietta | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
