1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 48 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Jensen | Smart |
| Model | Interceptor | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
