1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1300 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Simca |
| Model | S8 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
