1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 82 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 734 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Panda | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2860 mm |
