1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Abarth | Jensen |
Model | Lancia 037 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |