1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 500 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
