1963 Jensen 541 vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jensen 541 | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Jensen | Toyota |
Model | 541 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |