1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 585 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. 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.
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1965 Alpine A 110 | 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Alpine | Jensen |
Model | A 110 | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |