1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 46 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jensen | Suzuki |
| Model | 541 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
