1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 18 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 99 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Beretta | FF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
