2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1982 Fiat Abarth
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Abarth weights approximately 515 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1982 Fiat Abarth | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Fiat |
| Model | D8 | Abarth |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
