1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 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) has 223 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
