2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Innocenti Mini, 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Donkervoort | Innocenti |
Model | D8 | Mini |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2050 mm |