2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 45 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 22 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Accent | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
