1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Jensen | Triumph |
| Model | Interceptor | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
