1983 Hummer H1 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Hummer | Jensen |
| Model | H1 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
