1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 16 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 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 137 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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, 2009 Hyundai Getz, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
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1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
Model | Bigua | Getz |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |