1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1986 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1986 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
Model | 500 | S8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |