1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1958 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 465 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 40 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
