1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 52 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, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
Because 1958 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Jensen | Seat |
Model | 541 | Leon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |