1968 Jensen FF vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 38 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 141 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | FF | Optima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
