2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 190 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 729 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Xsara | FF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
