1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Jensen | Simca |
| Model | Interceptor | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
