1949 Austin 16 vs. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | 16 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
