1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Saxo | FF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
