1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 445 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Cortina | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
