1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Alfasud | Guara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
