1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 950 kg more than 1964 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti A 40 | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jensen |
| Model | A 40 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
