1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 2 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 435 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | 2200 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
