1976 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Interceptor 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 177 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 622 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Jensen Interceptor | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
