1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 734 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Jensen | Seat |
Model | CV-8 | Arosa |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 67.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |