1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | 15 | Healey |
Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |