1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 1963 Jensen 541 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | 2CV | 541 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 72 L |