1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1958 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Corona |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
