1982 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 14 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 220 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Marina | FF |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
