1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 945 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1100 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
