1955 Abarth Coupe vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1959 Jensen 541 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth Coupe (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Abarth Coupe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth Coupe | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jensen |
| Model | Coupe | 541 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
