1973 Honda 145 vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 802 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | 145 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
