1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 31 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 730 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, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1500 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
