1968 Jensen FF vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 178 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jensen | Skoda |
| Model | FF | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
