1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 128 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 40 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
