2004 Holden Zafira vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 32 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 495 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, 2004 Holden Zafira, 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, 2004 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Zafira | Healey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
