1968 Jensen FF vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF 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 186 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FF | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
