1997 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 295 kg more 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, 1997 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Sonata | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Sonata | Healey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
