1962 Jensen 541 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jensen 541 (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1962 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1962 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | 541 | Today |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
