1956 Jensen 541 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 40 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 9 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 470 kg more than 1956 Jensen 541.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jensen 541 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Jensen | Mazda |
Model | 541 | MPV |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |