1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 972 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Prefect | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
