1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 750 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 1900 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
