1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 769 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 850 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
