1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 57 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, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Optima |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
