1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 890 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 127 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
