1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, both 1975 Austin Allegro and 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Jensen 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 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Allegro, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Allegro | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
