1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
