1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 51 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, 2006 Kia Cerato (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 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 |
