1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Alfetta | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
