1971 Jensen SP vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 36 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 295 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 709 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | SP | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
