1970 Honda N III vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 13 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 93 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 955 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | N III | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
