1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 15 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 832 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, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | Alfasud | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |