1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 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 186 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 905 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Jensen FF | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | Giulietta | FF |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |