1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 915 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 131 | FF |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
