2002 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 709 kg more than 2002 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, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | FF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
