1996 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 3 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 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, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
