1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ami is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 875 kg more than 1963 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, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Ami | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
