1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Jensen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Interceptor | 155 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
