1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1954 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 505 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 40 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
