1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota iQ, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | 541 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |
