1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 772 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Spider | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
