1970 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (205 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen Interceptor | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Thema |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
