2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 356 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Trabant |
| Model | Guara | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
