1948 Austin 16 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1949 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 219 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | 16 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 288 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
