1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 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 76 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Jensen | Mazda |
Model | 541 | 323 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |