1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 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 87 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Jensen | Simca |
| Model | Healey | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
