1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 26 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 211 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 600 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, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Palio | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
