2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 50 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Barchetta | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
