1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 51 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 541 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
