1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | Interceptor | Insight |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
