1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1967 MG 1100
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG 1100 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 1967 MG 1100. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 880 kg more than 1967 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, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG 1100. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1967 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Jensen | MG |
| Model | Interceptor | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 840 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 |
