1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2645 mm |
