1970 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 33 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 230 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 890 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |
