1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1984 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Strada | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
