1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Fiat 2300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 189 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300.
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, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 2300 | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 2300 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
