1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2000 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Coupe | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
