2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 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 161 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Fiesta | FF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
