2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Guara | Dino |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |