2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 37 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 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 367 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, 2009 Citroen C4, 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | C4 | Healey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
