1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | LNA | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
