2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
