1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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 87 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 300 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Fiesta | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
