1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 531 kg more than 2011 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | Interceptor | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
