1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1981 Reliant SE6 is newer by 22 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, 1981 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Jensen | Reliant |
Model | 541 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |