2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 80 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 Ikon, 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Ikon | Healey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |