1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 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 190 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 995 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Jensen FF | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | Spider | FF |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 587 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |