1963 Jensen 541 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 35 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, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 565 kg more than 1963 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jensen 541 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Jensen | Tata |
| Model | 541 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
