1967 Jensen FF vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 759 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | FF | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
