2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 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 138 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
