1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 860 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 40 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
