1951 Austin Princess vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 39 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 235 kg more than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Austin | Jensen |
Model | Princess | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |