1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | Minica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
