1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 595 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
