1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1993 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1993 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | Giulia | D8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
