1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 51 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Polo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
