1991 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 720 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
