1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1969 Fiat 124 and 1969 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Fiat | Jensen |
Model | 124 | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 279 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |