2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 285 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
