1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa 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 248 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 328 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Bigua 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 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Visa | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
