1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | 200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
