1961 Jensen 541 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Jensen 541.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jensen 541 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Jensen | Kia |
Model | 541 | Pregio |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |