2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 849 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2002 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2002 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | D8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
