1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | 75 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
