1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Siena weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1987 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 1987 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena, 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, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Donkervoort S8 | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
