1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1967 Simca 1000 is newer by 13 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 92 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 745 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jensen | Simca |
| Model | Interceptor | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
