1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 231 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 267 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
