1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 41 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 25 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 145 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
