1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Healey | 505 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
