2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 37 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 211 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 825 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. 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 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Idea | FF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
