1976 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 33 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 131 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 362 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Altea |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
