1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 47 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541.
Because 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jensen | Kia |
Model | 541 | Retona |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |