1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100, 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
| Model | Guara | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
