1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 146 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
