1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 59 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Jensen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Interceptor | 159 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
