2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Panda | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
