1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 366 kg more than 1988 Donkervoort S8.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Donkervoort S8 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
