1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 135 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |
