1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
| Model | 1600 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
