1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10, 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jensen 541 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Jensen | Hyundai |
Model | 541 | i10 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |