1971 Jensen SP vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 638 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | SP | 19 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
