1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1500 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
