2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 52 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | FR-V | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 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 | 288 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 | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
