1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 960 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jensen | Morris |
| Model | Interceptor | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
