1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 164 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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | Healey | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
