1967 Jensen FF vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF 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 223 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Jensen | Vauxhall |
| Model | FF | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
