1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 130 | FF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
