1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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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1970 Ford Cortina | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Cortina | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |