1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Moretti 127
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Moretti 127 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1995 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 1995 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Moretti 127, 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, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Moretti |
| Model | D8 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
