2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 36 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 173 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 920 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | C2 | FF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
