1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1967 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Abarth | Jensen |
Model | Spider Riviera | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |