1966 Jensen FF vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | FF | 616 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
