2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 23 kg more than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | FR-V | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
