1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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.
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1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
Model | Charmant | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |