1985 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1985 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 785 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jensen Interceptor | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Riley |
| Model | Interceptor | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
