1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 95 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
