1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1996 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | D8 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
