1971 Jensen FF vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1999 Opel Tigra is newer by 28 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 191 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Opel Tigra. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
