1989 Austin Montego vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 36 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 50 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 345 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Montego | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
