1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Grand Break | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Grand Break | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
