1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 35 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 6 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Jensen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Interceptor | 164 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
