1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1958 Austin A 95 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 139 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 95 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
