1971 Austin 3 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 9 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | 3 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
