1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor 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 228 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 738 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Jensen | Simca |
| Model | Interceptor | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
