2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 40 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 193 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Sirion | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
