1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 809 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 35 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 59 L |
