1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 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 259 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. 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 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
Make | Fiat | Jensen |
Model | 600 | FF |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |