1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor 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 232 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 924 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jensen | Morris |
| Model | Interceptor | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 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 | 52 L |
