1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 45 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, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 545 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Jensen | Tata |
| Model | Interceptor | Safari |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
