1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
| Model | 750 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2310 mm |
