1945 Austin 16 vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1954 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 215 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | 16 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
