2006 Ford Focus vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
