1971 Jensen FF vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 42 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 178 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 847 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Fiat |
| Model | FF | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2301 mm |
