1970 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 29 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 181 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 805 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Rio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
