1971 Jensen FF vs. 1982 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1982 Talbot Tagora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF 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 164 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 720 kg more than 1982 Talbot Tagora. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1982 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Jensen | Talbot |
| Model | FF | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
