1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 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 148 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 935 kg more than 1971 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Jensen FF | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | Spider | FF |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 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 |