1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 53 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Jensen | Fiat |
Model | 541 | Bravo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |