2001 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 31 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 149 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 547 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Sonata | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Sonata | FF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
