1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Fiat | Jensen |
Model | 500 | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |