2007 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
