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Jensen Healey

General information

ModelJensen Healey
Year1972
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating62.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1971 ccm (120.27 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1971 ccm (120.27 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power140.00 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque176.00 Nm (17.9 kgf-m or 129.8 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.4:1
Bore x stroke95.2 x 69.3 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed192.0 km/h (119.3 mph)
0-50 miles5.9 seconds
0-60 miles7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1451 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3760 litres (993 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight965 kg (2,127.5 pounds)
Overall length4120 mm (162.2 inches)
Overall width1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2350 mm (92.5 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)
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