1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 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 185 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 815 kg more than 1961 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, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1500 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 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 |
