1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 555 kg more than 1958 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, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1400 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
