2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 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 272 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Jensen | Seat |
Model | SV-8 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |