2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Charade | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
