1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1500 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
