1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1994 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1994 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Ami | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
