1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. Both 1992 Donkervoort S8 and 1981 Fiat Ritmo are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 302 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Donkervoort S8 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 1992 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort S8 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
