1985 Austin Montego vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 895 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Montego | FF |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
