2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 54 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 248 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
