1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1957 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 310 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1400 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
