1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 19 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 161 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 998 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 33 | FF |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
