1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 950 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Ami | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
