1964 Austin Princess vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 685 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Princess | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2860 mm |
