1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 59 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, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 267 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Soul |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
