2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 37 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 141 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 917 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Elantra | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
