1956 Jensen 541 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen 541 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. 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 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jensen | Skoda |
| Model | 541 | L |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
