1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jensen |
| Model | Mini | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2860 mm |
