1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 146 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Jensen | Simca |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
