1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 470 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Beta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
