1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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) has 204 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1989 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, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Fiesta | FF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
