1960 Austin 7 vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 1963 Jensen 541 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Austin | Jensen |
Model | 7 | 541 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |