2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara 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 225 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
