1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey 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 30 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (241 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Jensen | Mazda |
Model | Jensen-Healey | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 241 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |