1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1957 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen ID 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen ID 19 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 261 kg more than 1956 Citroen ID 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | ID 19 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
