1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Autobianchi | Jensen |
Model | Bianchina | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |