1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Healey | Crown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
