2004 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 1135 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, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | FF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
