1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 40 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 4 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
