1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1985 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
Model | 1000 | S8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |