1998 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 11 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 9 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
