1962 Ford Popular vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1962 Ford Popular is newer by 3 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Popular | 541 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
