1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor

To start off, both 1966 Fiat 124 and 1966 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat 124 1966 Jensen Interceptor
Make Fiat Jensen
Model 124 Interceptor
Year Released 1966 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1197 cc 7205 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 331 HP
Torque 87 Nm 677 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 72 L


 

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