1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | OT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
