1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 996 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, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 850 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
