1968 Jensen FF vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 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 144 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FF | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
