1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Jensen Interceptor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 135 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
