2008 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 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, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
