2009 Honda Fit vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 39 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 163 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Fit | FF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
