1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
Model | D8 | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |