1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 16 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 236 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Allegro | FF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
