1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1996 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 1996 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | D8 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
