1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 127 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 540 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, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Tipo | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
