1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 15 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 255 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. 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 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 126 | FF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |
