1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor 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 17 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
