1989 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1976 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | AX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
