1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 536 kg more than 1953 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Singer |
| Model | Interceptor | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
