1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1987 Fiat 126
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 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 258 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1987 Fiat 126 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Guara | 126 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |