1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 767 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
