1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
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 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S 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 37 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 180 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Donkervoort | Simca |
Model | S8 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |