1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Simca 1100 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1994 Donkervoort D8 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 1994 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Simca 1100, 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Simca |
Model | D8 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |