1970 Jensen FF vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1970 Jensen FF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde 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 239 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Jensen | Simca |
| Model | FF | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
