1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Donkervoort S8 | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
