1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Fiat 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 665 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 600 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
