1971 Jensen FF vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 Jensen FF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | FF | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |
