1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 5 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 244 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 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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1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | Junior | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |