1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 120 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Spider | Bigua |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |