1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 49 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 336 kg more than 1956 Jensen 541.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | 541 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
