1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
Model | Giulietta | D8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |