1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 930 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
