1974 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 555 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, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | CX | Healey |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |