2005 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 636 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, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
