1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 847 kg more than 1959 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, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Giulietta | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
