1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1500 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
