1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1963 Austin A 99 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 99 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
