1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 236 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1998 Donkervoort D8 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 1998 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | Alfasud | D8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
