1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, both 1972 Jensen Healey and 1972 Lancia 2000 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Healey | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
