1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 15 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 146 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Alfa 6 | FF |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
