1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1992 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 835 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1992 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Corsair | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
