1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 50 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Altea |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 240 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 | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
