1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen 541 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 290 kg more than 1956 Jensen 541.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Fiat | Jensen |
Model | Campagnola | 541 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |