2007 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1025 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Civic | Healey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |