1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | SV-8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
