2008 Honda Fit vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Fit | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 91 L |
