1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 56 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Jensen | Hyundai |
| Model | Interceptor | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
