1963 Jensen 541 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Renault 4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jensen 541 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | 541 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
