1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1973 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 930 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Giulietta | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
