1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1967 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 782 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Jensen | Simca |
| Model | Interceptor | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
