2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 244 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Guara | Tipo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |