1972 Austin Marina vs. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina 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 61 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. 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:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Marina | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
