1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1973 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 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 192 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | 1000 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
