1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 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 80 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1999 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | D8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
