1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 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 192 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Guara | 125 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |