1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | Giulia | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |