2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Simca |
Model | D8 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |