1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. 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 (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | Interceptor | Spider |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
