1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1961 Alpine A 108 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 900 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alpine | Jensen |
| Model | A 108 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
