1979 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 955 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
