2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 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 12 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 197 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mondeo | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 1357 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
