2006 Audi TT vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 34 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, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2006 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | TT | Healey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
