1957 Jensen 541 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 40 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 64 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | 541 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
