1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Spider | Guara |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 402 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |