1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Simca |
Model | S8 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |