1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 282 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 11 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | Fit |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |