1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 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 179 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Abarth | Jensen |
Model | 2400 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |