1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1973 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 910 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Singer |
| Model | Interceptor | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
