1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 1970 Jensen FF | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | Mehari | FF |
Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |