1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jensen | Morris |
| Model | Interceptor | Minor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
