1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 49 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 69 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jensen | Smart |
| Model | Interceptor | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
