1979 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 199 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1966 Jensen FF | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Accord | FF |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |