1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1980 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fiesta 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 460 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1980 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |
