1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1978 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 25 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 95 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 745 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
