1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 35 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, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 225 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Jensen | MG |
| Model | Healey | TF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
