1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 507 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
