1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1959 Lancia Appia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor 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) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 599 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jensen Interceptor | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Appia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
