1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 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) has 236 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 845 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1400 | FF |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
