1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
Model | 700 | S8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |