1972 Honda Life vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Life | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2860 mm |