1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 145 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
