2004 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
