1990 Austin Montego vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 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, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Montego | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 |
