1985 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | CX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
