1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 500 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
