1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Bigua | Today |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |