1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 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 125 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | D8 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |
