2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | 128 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
