1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 773 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | Visa | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |