1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | Visa | 541 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |