1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen 541 (129 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1979 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | 541 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
