1957 Jensen 541 vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | 541 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
