1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1956 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 211 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 70 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
