1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1974 Austin Maxi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 995 kg more than 1974 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Maxi | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Maxi | FF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
