2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 184 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Guara | Fit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
