1968 Jensen FF vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1980 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 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 194 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Morgan |
| Model | FF | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
