1993 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 897 kg more than 1963 MG 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, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Jensen | MG |
| Model | Interceptor | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
