1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Austin A 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 90 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 1570 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
