1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1984 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 933 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jensen | Morris |
| Model | Interceptor | Minor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
