1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 53 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, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
Because 1956 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | 541 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
