1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 913 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1100 | SP |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
