1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Autobianchi | De Tomaso |
Model | Bianchina | Bigua |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2620 mm |