1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 865 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Giulia | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
