1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 1300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1990 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | 1300 | S8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |