1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua 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 202 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Smart |
| Model | Bigua | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
