1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | 145 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
