1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone 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 219 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. 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, 1992 Subaru Leone, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Bigua | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
