1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 124 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Seat |
| Model | D8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
