1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Spider | Guara |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1175 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 |