1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 860 kg more than 1984 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, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1974 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Visa | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
