1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1994 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 480 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1994 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Dino | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
