1967 Jensen FF vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Jensen FF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jensen | Morris |
| Model | FF | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
