1982 Innocenti Mini vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1984 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Mini | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jensen |
| Model | Mini | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
