1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 49 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Interceptor | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
