1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 426 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | 15 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
