1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 700 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Tipo | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
