1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino 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 106 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Bigua | Dino |
Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |