1957 Jensen 541 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 21 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 89 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | 541 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
