1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 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 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
| Model | 1300 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2310 mm |
