1968 Ford 17 vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 104 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | 17 | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |