1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 364 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 669 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Fellow | Guara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 102 L |
