1962 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 48 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 95 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Jensen | Tata |
| Model | 541 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
