1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
