2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 542 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Panda | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
