1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 40 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, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
