1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Alfetta | Guara |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |