1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 950 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Allegro | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
