1957 Jensen 541 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 30 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, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | 541 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
