1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 830 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Alfasud | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
