1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 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 220 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 480 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 700 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
