1972 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 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 106 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 404 kg more than 1972 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | DAF | Jensen |
| Model | 44 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
