1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 500 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
