1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 672 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Charade | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
