1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 100 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Healey | 404 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
