1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 16 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jensen | Jensen |
| Model | Healey | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
