1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | GSA | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |