1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
Model | 700 | D8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |