1960 Ford Anglia vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1960 Ford Anglia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 758 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Anglia | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
