1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 330 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Healey | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
