1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 31 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 189 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 811 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | C3 | FF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
