2005 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 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, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Civic | Interceptor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 287 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 111.1 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |