1971 Jensen FF vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 34 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 118 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 242 kg more than 1971 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Jensen | SsangYong |
| Model | FF | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
