1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Guara | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
