1997 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Audi A4, 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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A4 | Healey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
