1975 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escort | FF |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
