1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda 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 87 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | D8 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
