1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1964 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | 1600 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
