1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 28 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 896 kg more than 1999 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 (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Avella |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
