2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 162 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Fiesta | Healey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |