1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Guara | 1500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 109 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |