1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | D8 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
