1954 Ford Anglia vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1973 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Anglia | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Anglia | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
