1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 167 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Guara | Fit |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
