2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2001 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 129 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 433 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Barchetta | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Barchetta | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
