1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1967 Jensen FF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV 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 267 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 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 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | 2CV | FF |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 72 L |
