2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | FF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
