1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
Model | 700 | Guara |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |