1983 Citroen LN vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | LN | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
