1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 55 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
