1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 56 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 269 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jensen | Kia |
Model | Interceptor | Sportage |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |