1968 Jensen FF vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 36 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 200 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (173 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Jensen | Vauxhall |
| Model | FF | Astra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
