1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 40 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 70 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. 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, 1998 Citroen C 15, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen C 15 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | C 15 | 541 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |