1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 196 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Spider | Guara |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 102 L |