1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 29 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 5 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, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Jensen | Smart |
| Model | Healey | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
