1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 970 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Vega | FF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
