2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 725 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 147 | FF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
