1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 842 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
