1946 Austin 16 vs. 1994 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 440 kg more than 1946 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, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1994 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | 16 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
