1998 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 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, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
