1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 730 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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 Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
Model | 500 | Guara |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |