1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1999 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | Palio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
