1961 Jensen 541 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 18 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 212 kg more than 1961 Jensen 541.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | 541 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
