1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Guara | 131 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |