1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1988 Nissan Silvia is newer by 35 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, 1988 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Jensen | Nissan |
Model | Interceptor | Silvia |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |