1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1974 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 702 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Giulia | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
