1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 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 44 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 585 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Delta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
