1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1994 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1994 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | 850 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
