1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 156 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
