1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 66 kg more than 1960 Jensen 541.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Rocky | 541 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
