1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 705 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 70 | FF |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
