1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 309 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | Renault | Guara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
