1956 Fiat 1900 vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 1961 Jensen 541 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1956 Fiat 1900 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | 1900 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
