1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 790 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 1966 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | 1600 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
