1963 Jensen 541 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 44 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 Jensen 541.
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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jensen 541 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
Model | 541 | Colt |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |