1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 204 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Delta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
