1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Palio | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
