1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1956 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 375 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 203 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
