2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 606 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Fiesta | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
