1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
