1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | Navajo | 541 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |