1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 20 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 36 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Jensen | Toyota |
Model | 541 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |