1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 52 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, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Leon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
