1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | 1600 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
