2004 Honda FR-V vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V 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 131 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 523 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | FR-V | FF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
