1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 595 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Appia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
