2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 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, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Palio | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
