1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 865 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | 1300 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2860 mm |
