1999 Holden Nova vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1999 Holden Nova is newer by 32 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 885 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Nova | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Nova | FF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
