1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. 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 77 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 296 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. 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:
| 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | Appia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
