1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1961 Renault 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Renault 4, 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1961 Renault 4 | |
Make | Jensen | Renault |
Model | 541 | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |