1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1973 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1500 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
