1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 10 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 23 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 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. 1983 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
