1951 Austin Princess vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Princess | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
