1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Appia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
