1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Bigua | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
