1971 Jensen FF vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 37 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 194 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Jensen | Suzuki |
| Model | FF | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
