1993 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 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 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, 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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | Healey |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1220 mm |
