1968 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escort | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
