1995 Honda Today vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 37 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 82 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Today | 541 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |