1969 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 58 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 194 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Capri | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |
