1966 Jensen FF vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 43 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 123 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 747 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | FF | Forte |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
