1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 49 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, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice.
Because 1949 Jensen Interceptor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jensen Interceptor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Jensen | Kia |
Model | Interceptor | Joice |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |