2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | C3 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
