2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | D8 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
