1987 Citroen AX vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 17 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 236 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | AX | FF |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
