2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | Palio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
