1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
Model | D8 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |