1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Fiesta | FF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
