1976 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 977 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Interceptor | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
