1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 50 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 60 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
