1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 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.
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1953 Austin A 70 | 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Austin | Jensen |
Model | A 70 | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |