1975 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Consorte | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Consorte | 541 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
