1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 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 219 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 145 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
