1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. 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:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 600 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
