1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
Model | D8 | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |