1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 54 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
