2004 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 384 kg more than 2004 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, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
