1970 Jensen FF vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF 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 236 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
