1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1964 Lancia Flavia is newer by 11 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 53 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 305 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flavia. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
