1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 807 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Avella |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
