2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 147 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
