1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 3 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | 1300 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
