2004 Honda Avancier vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Avancier | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Avancier | SP |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
