2004 Honda Insight vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 897 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Insight | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
