1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 55 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 541 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2635 mm |
