1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
