1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster 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 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jensen Healey | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jensen | Kia |
Model | Healey | Sportage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |