1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 43 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 50 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 575 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
