1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l is newer by 39 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 41 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l, 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (120 Nm). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Micros 3l | 541 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1570 mm | 2670 mm |
