1999 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 795 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, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
