1999 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Civic | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |