1973 Honda Life vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1973 Honda Life is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1973 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, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Life | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
