1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Abarth | Jensen |
Model | 850 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |